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Dua Lipa Sues Samsung for $15 Million Over Image Use

May 12, 2026

Summary

Singer-songwriter Dua Lipa is suing Samsung for $15 million, alleging the company used her image on TV boxes without permission for months, despite her legal team's objections.

How coverage differs

  • Left: Pop Star Accuses Tech Giant of Copyright Infringement Over Image Use Left-leaning outlets emphasize Dua Lipa's legal team's claim that Samsung continued using her image on TV boxes for months despite objections. They highlight the significant $15 million in damages sought by the pop star for alleged copyright infringement.
  • Center: Singer Sues Samsung for $15 Million Over Unauthorized Image Use Center outlets report that singer Dua Lipa has filed a $15 million lawsuit against Samsung, alleging the company used her image on TV boxes without permission. They detail her legal team's claims that Samsung continued the unauthorized use for months despite objections.

Coverage by lane

Left

  • Dua Lipa alleges Samsung uses copyrighted image of her to sell TVs

Center

  • Dua Lipa sues Samsung for $15m over use of her image on TV boxes
  • Dua Lipa sues Samsung for $15M over image on TV boxes

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